What’s the role of a nurse practitioner in private care?

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are licensed clinicians who assess, diagnose, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and refer to specialists when appropriate. In private care, NPs manage common illnesses, chronic conditions, preventive medicine, and virtual care, often spending more time on education and personalized plans. They collaborate with physicians and other professionals to ensure continuity of care.

At Medicalux, private consultations are led by nurse practitioners in Dieppe, PEI, and Campbellton, with collaboration across our clinical team.